Erbe Medical Recalls ERBEFLO CleverCap CO2 Tubing Sets

Source: FDA · United States

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Erbe Medical, LLC is recalling 260,962 units of ERBEFLO CleverCap CO2 Hybrid Tubing/Cap Sets due to a connector configuration that may cause unintended water flow leading to aspiration risks.

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What Happened

Erbe Medical, LLC initiated a voluntary recall of ERBEFLO CleverCap CO2 devices after determining that the distal irrigation segment connector configuration may be more susceptible to unintended water flow from the distal tip under unsupported third-party connector use conditions. This may lead to water aspiration, which may progress to aspiration pneumonia, acute respiratory distress syndrome, or respiratory failure.

Which Products Are Affected

The recall covers 260,962 units distributed nationwide in the United States, including the states of IL, NY, CA, WA, UT, KY, PA, TX, AL, OH, FL, IN, NJ, NH, MI, CT, AR, MN, WI, AZ, CO, WV, MT, HI, TN, GA, VA, OK, RI, MO, NM, ID, SC, WY, KS, NC, MS, OR, MD, MA, DE, NE, AK, IA, DC, ME, LA, SD, ND, VT, PR, and NV. Affected products include:

  • ERBEFLO CleverCap CO2: Hybrid CO2 Tubing/Cap Set for Olympus Scopes & CO2 Sources, REF: 20325-239
  • Hybrid CO2 Tubing/Cap Set for Olympus Scopes & UCR, REF: 20325-240
  • Hybrid CO2 Tubing/Cap Set for Olympus Scopes, REF: 20325-206
  • Hybrid CO2 Tubing/Cap Set for Pentax Scopes, REF: 20325-207
  • ERBEFLO CleverCap Hybrid CO2 Tubing/Cap Set for Fujifilm Scopes, REF: 20325-248
  • Hybrid CO2 Tubing/Cap Set for Fujinon Scopes, REF: 20325-208

Specific lot numbers and UDI-DI codes are listed under FDA recall number Z-2062-2026 (Class II). The recalling firm is located in Tempe, AZ.

What You Should Do

The recall is ongoing and was initiated voluntarily by the firm on March 31, 2026. Consumers should refer to FDA guidance for the affected devices.

Why This Matters

The recalled devices are used to provide sterile water/CO2/air to endoscopes, and the identified issue may result in serious respiratory complications under certain use conditions.

Source

FDA recall Z-2062-2026. https://www.fda.gov

Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this FDA recall.

What is this FDA recall about?
Erbe Medical, LLC is recalling 260,962 units of ERBEFLO CleverCap CO2 Hybrid Tubing/Cap Sets due to a connector configuration that may cause unintended water flow leading to aspiration risks.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by FDA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects United States. Check with FDA for the most current geographic scope.
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